Monroe City School Board member Vickie Krutzer has announced that she will not seek re-election to the board.

Krutzer will withdraw from the District 2 race, leaving challenger Jennifer Haneline as the only remaining candidate in the district.

In a statement to The News-Star, Krutzer said she is withdrawing to care for her ailing mother.

"I am very grateful to the people of District 2 for your support and words of encouragement during the past eight years," she said. "Please join me in giving your support to Jennifer Haneline as she joins the Monroe City School Board."

Haneline said late Wednesday that she appreciates Krutzer's support.

"I appreciate her willingness to allow me to move forward to offer a fresh approach for the next generation," she said.

"It is my hope and expectation that as the Monroe City School Board, District 2 representative, I will serve in a manner that affords respect to the citizens and businesses that choose to reside in Monroe, and in a manner that also serves to elevate the academic achievement in our schools so our children can have a future of unlimited potential."

Haneline has served the school district in volunteer positions, including serving on the most recent superintendent's search committee. Superintendent Brent Vidrine was chosen as a result of the committee's work.

According to the Secretary of State's Office, Krutzer's name will remain on the ballot although she is no longer a candidate. No results for the election will be tabulated.

Krutzer said she would serve out the remainder of her term, which expires at the end of the year.